Since I got this car it's been an absolute Rollercoaster of discovery & trying to figure out exactly what I have lol. . .I knew the carb & fuel system needed attention and despite what the previous owner told me I hope the seals are OK. I did however buy everything needed to replace them, just rather not tackle it now. . . As far as smoke, it typically gets started once every or every other week. Upon start it does puff alittle smoke but not much, I'm thinking it's more condensation in exhaust. . .so in a nutshell after further diagnostics and with alot of help from the forum I'm hoping the carb will resolve the issue. . . If plugs are still getting junked up I guess it'll be onto valve seal changing